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Pineapple-Stuffed Burgers Recipe

"I really enjoy making these special burgers with a surprise inside," writes Ann Couch of Halifax, North Carolina. The homemade sauce, with brown sugar, mustard and ketchup, makes these tropical grilled sandwiches even better.

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.YIELD:2 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup ketchup

1 tablespoon prepared mustard

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

2 slices unsweetened pineapple

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

2 hamburger buns, split

2 lettuce leaves

Directions

1.In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ketchup and mustard. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Meanwhile, shape beef into four patties. Place pineapple slices on two patties; top with remaining patties. Seal edges; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, covered, over medium-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with sauce and lettuce.
Yield: 2 servings.